Medalist A.A.

Ardenti, Agostino

Emilian, active second half 16th century

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The sculpture is a round medallion featuring a relief of a woman shown in profile facing to the right. Her hair is styled in a neat bun, and she is adorned in draped garments that culminate in a knot on her shoulder. She holds a floral element in her hands. The piece is silver in color, indicating it is likely made from a similar metal. This aspect gives the sculpture a reflective quality, with highlights and shadows defining the contours and details of the engraving. The medallion's size appears to be larger than a typical coin, allowing for detailed features in the subject's clothing and facial expressions.
Medalist A.A., Portrait of a Woman, second half 16th century, lead, Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin, 1996.122.1

Portrait of a Woman

Medalist A.A. · second half 16th century · lead ·  Accession ID  1996.122.1